Entry Level Environmental Assistant Jobs
New grad environmental assistant jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or hands-on fieldwork can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Science & Research, with employers like Auburn University, Penn State University, and University of Minnesota hiring at this level now.
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Duties Description
The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) is recruiting to fill an Assistant Engineer (Environmental), Grade 20, position assigned to the Administrative Support Services Group (ASSG), Bureau of Capital Operations. ASSG supervises and manages OMH’s capital planning and construction program, and provides direct technical assistance for physical plant operations and maintenance. The Assistant Engineer (Environmental) will work under the direct supervision of the Professional Engineer 2 and will interact with all capital operations staff. The incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the comprehensive oversight of environmental compliance programs for OMH. Assistant Engineer (Environmental) will provide technical direction to consultant resources and provide environmental engineering guidance and direction to facilities planners, facility plant superintendents, and facility administrators on environmental issues impacting OMH facilities and the capital projects completed at these facilities. Specific duties to be performed may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Apply environmental engineering knowledge and offer technical assistance and oversight to ensure contracts, projects, and construction planning comply with environmental engineering standards.
- Provide support to OMH facilities planners on environmental issues related to capital improvements at OMH facilities. Review all capital construction project documents for accuracy and adherence to developed program objectives.
- Assist with all facets of OMH environmental compliance and project management as well as resolve daily environmental issues that require immediate attention.
- Assisting with the Joint Commission accreditation process
- Provide technical oversight and direction to environmental engineering consultants performing environmental services related to ensuring compliance with Federal and New York State Environmental Laws and Regulations.
- Ensuring compliance with environmental permit requirements, asbestos testing and abatement, proper handling of hazardous waste, cooling tower water quality testing and maintenance, proper cleanup of petroleum spills, water quality assessments, and indoor quality assessments.
- Statewide travel to all Psychiatric Center locations will be required for this position
Minimum Qualifications
NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT UNDER THE NY HELPS PROGRAM TO ASSISTANT ENGINEER (Environmental), GRADE 20: Either 1: proof of passing the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam AND a qualifying bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering or engineering technology as listed below.* Or 2. proof of passing the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam AND One year of full-time experience in sanitary, public health or environmental engineering.
Qualifying Degrees: Aeronautical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering Technology, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Engineering Technology, Environmental Design Engineering, Environmental Resources Engineering, Environmental Systems Engineering, Forest Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Paper Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Soil and Water Resources Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or Engineering Science with a recognized concentration in any of the above listed engineering degrees.
TRANSFER OPPORTUNITY TO ASSISTANT ENGINEER (Environmental), GRADE 20: Candidates must have permanent status as an Assistant Engineer (Environmental), Grade 20, and be eligible for lateral transfer; OR be eligible to transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law to the Assistant Engineer (Environmental) title by having at least one year of permanent service in another Assistant Engineer parenthetic.*
Under the New York State Education Department guidelines, all professional engineers must practice only in their area(s) of competency or they may be subject to disciplinary action.
Additional Comments
The Administrative Support Services Group is conveniently located in independent offices on the grounds of the Capital District PC at 75 New Scotland Avenue, Albany, New York. Covered parking is available for $60/year. Posted salary includes a $7,000 Geographical Differential. Specific scheduled hours and telecommuting availability for this position will be discussed during the interview process. Please note, employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to operational needs and Agency Telecommuting Program Guidelines. This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). For the duration of NY HELPS, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date, it is expected that employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency.
OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Duties Description
The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) is recruiting to fill an Assistant Engineer (Environmental), Grade 20, position assigned to the Administrative Support Services Group (ASSG), Bureau of Capital Operations. ASSG supervises and manages OMH’s capital planning and construction program, and provides direct technical assistance for physical plant operations and maintenance. The Assistant Engineer (Environmental) will work under the direct supervision of the Professional Engineer 2 and will interact with all capital operations staff. The incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the comprehensive oversight of environmental compliance programs for OMH. Assistant Engineer (Environmental) will provide technical direction to consultant resources and provide environmental engineering guidance and direction to facilities planners, facility plant superintendents, and facility administrators on environmental issues impacting OMH facilities and the capital projects completed at these facilities. Specific duties to be performed may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Apply environmental engineering knowledge and offer technical assistance and oversight to ensure contracts, projects, and construction planning comply with environmental engineering standards.
- Provide support to OMH facilities planners on environmental issues related to capital improvements at OMH facilities. Review all capital construction project documents for accuracy and adherence to developed program objectives.
- Assist with all facets of OMH environmental compliance and project management as well as resolve daily environmental issues that require immediate attention.
- Assisting with the Joint Commission accreditation process
- Provide technical oversight and direction to environmental engineering consultants performing environmental services related to ensuring compliance with Federal and New York State Environmental Laws and Regulations.
- Ensuring compliance with environmental permit requirements, asbestos testing and abatement, proper handling of hazardous waste, cooling tower water quality testing and maintenance, proper cleanup of petroleum spills, water quality assessments, and indoor quality assessments.
- Statewide travel to all Psychiatric Center locations will be required for this position
Minimum Qualifications
NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT UNDER THE NY HELPS PROGRAM TO ASSISTANT ENGINEER (Environmental), GRADE 20: Either 1: proof of passing the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam AND a qualifying bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering or engineering technology as listed below.* Or 2. proof of passing the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam AND One year of full-time experience in sanitary, public health or environmental engineering.
Qualifying Degrees: Aeronautical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering Technology, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Engineering Technology, Environmental Design Engineering, Environmental Resources Engineering, Environmental Systems Engineering, Forest Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Paper Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Soil and Water Resources Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or Engineering Science with a recognized concentration in any of the above listed engineering degrees.
TRANSFER OPPORTUNITY TO ASSISTANT ENGINEER (Environmental), GRADE 20: Candidates must have permanent status as an Assistant Engineer (Environmental), Grade 20, and be eligible for lateral transfer; OR be eligible to transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law to the Assistant Engineer (Environmental) title by having at least one year of permanent service in another Assistant Engineer parenthetic.*
Under the New York State Education Department guidelines, all professional engineers must practice only in their area(s) of competency or they may be subject to disciplinary action.
Additional Comments
The Administrative Support Services Group is conveniently located in independent offices on the grounds of the Capital District PC at 75 New Scotland Avenue, Albany, New York. Covered parking is available for $60/year. Posted salary includes a $7,000 Geographical Differential. Specific scheduled hours and telecommuting availability for this position will be discussed during the interview process. Please note, employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to operational needs and Agency Telecommuting Program Guidelines. This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). For the duration of NY HELPS, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date, it is expected that employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency.
OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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Entry Level Environmental Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level environmental assistant job?
Focus on fieldwork experience from internships, volunteer programs, or academic projects, since most employers at this level care more about applied skills than years on a resume. A degree in environmental science, biology, or a related field helps, and familiarity with field sampling, data logging, or environmental compliance basics gives candidates a clear edge. Tailoring your resume to each posting's listed requirements also makes a meaningful difference.
Which companies hire entry level environmental assistants?
Companies hiring entry level environmental assistants right now include Auburn University, Penn State University, and University of Minnesota, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this experience level, hiring tends to come from environmental consulting firms, government contractors, utilities, and industrial companies with ongoing compliance or remediation needs.
Are there remote entry level environmental assistant jobs?
Yes, though most positions at this level are still on-site or field-based given the nature of environmental monitoring and compliance work. About 17% of entry level environmental assistant openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to focus on data analysis, report writing, or regulatory research rather than hands-on fieldwork.
Are these new grad environmental assistant jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior environmental assistant roles. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and explicitly accepts internships, lab coursework, or a fieldwork portfolio in place of professional history. Look for language like 'entry level,' 'recent graduates encouraged,' or 'will train' to identify the most accessible openings.
Which industries hire the most entry level environmental assistants?
Entry Level environmental assistant roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive junior hiring because they face consistent regulatory requirements around environmental monitoring, waste management, and site compliance that create steady demand for support-level staff.